Brotton Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brotton’s crime rate in February 2024 was 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 46.5% above the UK average of 7.1. This significant deviation underscores a localised pattern that diverges from the national trend. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 26 incidents (46.4% of total crimes), with a rate of 4.8 per 1,000—nearly double the UK average for this category. This suggests a higher incidence of interpersonal conflict or other factors contributing to such crimes in the built-up area. Criminal damage and arson followed, with 8 incidents (1.5 per 1,000), a rate 178% above the UK average. This could be linked to the area’s industrial character, where vandalism or property-related disputes might be more common. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also showed marked increases, with rates 5% and 124% above the UK average respectively. These trends may reflect the influence of seasonal factors, such as the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity, which could lead to more concentrated social interactions in confined spaces. However, February’s winter conditions—low outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours—may also contribute to a different crime profile compared to other months. While property crimes were relatively lower (15 total, or 26.8% of all crimes), violent crimes dominated the landscape. This contrast highlights the need for targeted interventions in addressing interpersonal crime. The data also reveals a mixed picture for other categories: vehicle crime remained stable, while shoplifting and other theft fell below UK averages, due to reduced retail activity during the month. These findings illustrate the combination of local and national factors shaping Brotton’s crime picture, requiring a nuanced approach to community safety strategies.

February 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour both doubling compared to January. This increase in vehicle crime, from one to two incidents, may reflect seasonal changes, such as reduced visibility or colder weather affecting vehicle security. Anti-social behaviour, which rose from three to six incidents, could indicate heightened tensions during the winter period. Conversely, burglary and other theft decreased by 40% and 75% respectively, suggesting a potential reduction in opportunistic crimes during the month. The most striking deviation from the UK average was in violence and sexual offences, which occurred at 4.8 per 1,000 residents—nearly double the national rate of 2.5. This stark contrast may point to local factors such as the built-up area’s population density or specific community interactions. Meanwhile, shoplifting and other theft fell below UK averages, due to reduced foot traffic during the winter months or effective local deterrents.

Brotton’s crime rate in February 2024 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 24.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.3. This places the area significantly above the UK average, which stood at 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 29-day month, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 96 residents. This rate is higher than the UK average, which suggests a more concentrated risk profile for Brotton’s population. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, while the absolute number of crimes remains relatively low (56 total), the proportion of residents affected is higher than the national average. This disparity may reflect local factors such as the built-up area’s density or specific community dynamics that amplify the impact of reported incidents. For residents, this means a higher likelihood of encountering crime compared to other parts of the UK.